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band Forbidden. It features one line-up change from their debut – 1988's ''

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'' – with Tim Calvert replacing Glen Alvelais on guitar. The result is a more melodic and progressive affair with many acoustic interludes and clearer production, but less of a raw edge than its predecessor. It is their last album with drummer Paul Bostaph before he joined Slayer in 1992 when Forbidden was on hiatus.

Track listing

1998 Century Media re-release

*These are taken from ''The Ultimate Revenge 2''.

2008 Century Media re-release

*These are taken from ''Raw Evil: Live at the Dynamo''.

Credits

* Russ Anderson – vocals * Craig Locicero – lead guitar * Tim Calvert – rhythm guitar * Matt Camacho – bass * Paul Bostaph – drums *

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, The Horde of Torment – backing vocals on "Out of Body" and "R.I.P." * Recorded at

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* Produced and engineered by Michael Rosen * Assistant engineered for basic tracks by Mike Semanick * Mastered by Howie Weinberg at

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* Cover art by Kent Mathieu

References

{{Authority control Forbidden (band) albums 1990 albums Combat Records albums